Ashesi Graduate Aba Wilmot Turns Her Student Skill Of Making Chocolates Into Real Factory After School

Ashesi Graduate Aba Wilmot Turns Her Student Skill Of Making Chocolates Into Real Factory After School

  • Aba Wilmot, a graduate of Ashesi University's Class of 2017, initially started making and selling chocolate treats on campus with her roommate
  • After working in finance and gaining experience abroad, she returned to Ghana in 2019 and founded "Timeless by Aba," a Chocolate Confectionery business aimed at showcasing Ghana's cocoa story and locally processing cocoa into high-quality products
  • The business has gained popularity and aims to tap into the global chocolate market worth $150 billion

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Aba Wilmot, a graduate of Ashesi University's Class of 2017, embarked on her entrepreneurial journey by collaborating with her roommate to create and sell chocolate treats on Valentine's Day right on campus.

This endeavor was inspired by the observation that fellow students were commuting to the city to purchase gifts.

After graduation, Aba pursued a career in finance and even worked at Bank of America's Global Corporate and Investment division in London.

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Aba Wilmot owner of Timeless by Aba
Former Ashesi University student now makes chocolate as a full-time business Photo credit: Ashesi University
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According to a post by Ashesi University, throughout her time abroad, her passion for crafting chocolate remained steadfast. She continued to refine her skills, creating chocolate treats for various occasions.

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Upon returning to Ghana in 2019, Aba founded "Timeless by Aba," a Chocolate Confectionery business fueled by her desire to showcase Ghana's rich cocoa heritage and demonstrate the potential for local cocoa processing into premium products.

Today, Timeless by Aba is rapidly gaining a devoted following and aspires to tap into the expansive $150 billion global chocolate market.

"I didn't consciously intend to pursue entrepreneurship when I was at Ashesi University but I think I unconsciously got won by the student culture which encourages us to pursue passions and solve problems for Africa," she said.

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Meanwhile, a young Ghanaian lady has recently got many social media users celebrating with her after announcing her latest wins.

In a Twitter post, @therealdavidall revealed that she graduated with honors from Ashesi University and got a full-time job, and started a business.

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In another story, a determined young Ghanaian man, Francis Addo, has attained a dream he had when he was still a boy in a manner that is spreading inspiration among many folks.

Francis worked as a cleaner at Ashesi University when he graduated from junior high school and got inspired to enroll in the school one day.

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